Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, transfer to the hotel for check-in and relaxation.

Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda, is renowned for its cleanliness, safety, and remarkable transformation into one of Africa’s most progressive cities. Surrounded by rolling green hills, Kigali offers a perfect introduction to Rwanda’s culture, hospitality, and scenic beauty. Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, complete immigration formalities and proceed for a comfortable transfer to the hotel.

Later, spend the remaining day at leisure and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the city. Kigali is well known for its vibrant cafés, art centers, and panoramic hilltop views, making it an ideal destination to relax before beginning the primate safari adventure.

SEGV RECOMMENDATION: Optional evening city drive or local dining experience can be arranged for travellers interested in exploring Kigali’s nightlife and culinary culture.

Overnight stay at hotel in Kigali.

After breakfast at hotel, proceed for a Kigali city tour and visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre before transferring to Volcanoes National Park.

Proceed to visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, one of the country’s most important historical landmarks dedicated to the memory of the victims of the 1994 genocide. The memorial provides a profound understanding of Rwanda’s history through detailed exhibitions, archives, and peace education initiatives.

Later, proceed towards Volcanoes National Park, located in the northwestern region of Rwanda and famous for its breathtaking volcanic landscapes and endangered mountain gorillas. The park forms part of the larger Virunga Conservation Area and is internationally recognized for primate conservation and eco-tourism. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at the lodge and spend the remaining afternoon at leisure while admiring the scenic views of the Virunga Mountains and surrounding countryside.

SEGV RECOMMENDATION: Optional nature walks around the lodge or a traditional Rwandan coffee experience can be arranged in the evening for travellers interested in exploring the local culture and countryside lifestyle.

Overnight stay at hotel in Volcanoes National Park.

After breakfast at hotel, proceed for gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park.

Proceed to the park headquarters for an early morning briefing before starting the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience inside Volcanoes National Park. The park is globally celebrated for protecting the endangered mountain gorillas and offers one of the world’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters. Trek through dense bamboo forests, volcanic slopes, and scenic jungle trails in search of a habituated gorilla family. Upon locating the gorillas, spend one hour observing their behavior, family interactions, and natural habitat while capturing memorable photographs.

Later, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, proceed to visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, a cultural center dedicated to preserving Rwanda’s traditional heritage and community lifestyle. The village offers an immersive cultural experience through traditional dances, local music performances, storytelling sessions, and demonstrations of ancient hunting and farming techniques practiced by local communities.

SEGV RECOMMENDATION: Optional evening bonfire experience or traditional drumming performance can be arranged at the lodge for travellers interested in local entertainment and cultural interaction.

Overnight stay at hotel in Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast at hotel, proceed for golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park before transferring to Lake Kivu.

Proceed to the park headquarters for briefing and later begin the golden monkey trekking experience inside Volcanoes National Park. The golden monkeys are among Rwanda’s rare and endangered primates, famous for their playful behavior and striking golden-orange fur. Trek through the bamboo forests of the Virunga region while observing these energetic primates moving swiftly through the trees and forest floor. The experience also offers spectacular views of the volcanic mountains and lush forest landscapes.

Later, proceed towards Lake Kivu, one of Africa’s Great Lakes and among the most scenic freshwater lakes in East Africa. Surrounded by green hills and charming lakeside towns, Lake Kivu is known for its tranquil atmosphere, beautiful beaches, and relaxing environment. Upon arrival, spend the remaining afternoon at leisure while enjoying panoramic sunset views across the lake.

SEGV RECOMMENDATION: Optional lakeside activities such as kayaking, cycling tours, or evening café visits can be arranged for travellers interested in exploring the local lakeside lifestyle.

Overnight stay at hotel in Lake Kivu.

After breakfast at hotel, proceed for a boat excursion on Lake Kivu before transferring to Nyungwe National Park.

Proceed for a scenic boat ride on Lake Kivu and explore the beautiful islands and surrounding landscapes of the lake. Lake Kivu is famous for its calm waters, fishing communities, and breathtaking scenery created by the surrounding mountains and green hills. The boat excursion offers an opportunity to experience the peaceful atmosphere of the region while observing local life along the lakeshore and nearby islands.

Later, proceed towards Nyungwe National Park, one of Africa’s oldest and most biodiverse rainforests. Nyungwe is internationally recognized for its rich primate population, unique bird species, waterfalls, and dense montane forest ecosystem. The journey towards Nyungwe passes through Rwanda’s scenic countryside, tea plantations, rolling hills, and traditional villages, providing a remarkable cultural and natural experience along the route.

Overnight stay at hotel in Nyungwe National Park.

After breakfast at hotel, proceed for chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe National Park followed by a canopy walk experience.

Proceed towards the rainforest for chimpanzee trekking inside Nyungwe National Park, one of the most important primate conservation forests in Africa. Nyungwe is home to over 13 species of primates and offers an exceptional rainforest ecosystem filled with exotic wildlife and birdlife. Trek through the dense forest trails in search of chimpanzees while listening to their vocal calls echoing through the jungle. Upon locating the chimpanzees, spend time observing their social interactions and energetic movement within the forest canopy.

Later, proceed for the famous canopy walk experience inside Nyungwe Forest. The suspended metallic bridge rises above the rainforest canopy and offers spectacular panoramic views of the forest, valleys, and surrounding mountains. The canopy walk provides a unique perspective of the rainforest ecosystem and allows close observation of birdlife and forest vegetation from above.

SEGV RECOMMENDATION: Optional birdwatching excursion or guided forest photography session can be arranged for travellers interested in exploring Nyungwe’s exceptional biodiversity in greater detail.

Overnight stay at hotel in Nyungwe National Park.

After breakfast at hotel, proceed towards Kigali with an en-route visit to the King’s Palace Museum.

Proceed towards Nyanza, one of Rwanda’s historically significant towns known for preserving the country’s royal heritage and cultural traditions. Later, proceed to visit the King’s Palace Museum, a renowned cultural attraction showcasing the history of Rwanda’s monarchy and traditional lifestyle. The museum features a reconstructed royal residence built in traditional Rwandan style along with the famous long-horned Inyambo cattle, considered symbols of prestige and heritage in Rwanda. The site offers deep insight into the customs, leadership, and royal traditions of the Rwandan kingdom.

Later, continue the scenic journey towards Kigali, the vibrant capital city of Rwanda known for its rolling hills, modern infrastructure, and clean urban atmosphere. Upon arrival, enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure while experiencing the city’s peaceful ambiance and panoramic hilltop views.

Overnight stay at hotel in Kigali.

After breakfast at hotel, proceed towards Akagera National Park followed by a boat excursion on Lake Ihema.

Proceed towards Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah national park and one of East Africa’s remarkable wildlife conservation areas. The park is famous for its diverse ecosystems including savannah plains, rolling hills, lakes, wetlands, and woodlands, providing habitat for a wide range of wildlife species. Akagera is home to the Big Five including lions, rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards, along with giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and hundreds of bird species.

Later, proceed for a scenic boat trip on Lake Ihema, the second-largest lake in Rwanda and one of the highlights of Akagera National Park. The boat excursion offers excellent opportunities to observe hippos, crocodiles, aquatic bird species, and wildlife gathering along the lake shores. Continue with an afternoon game drive through the park while exploring its varied wildlife habitats and scenic landscapes.

SEGV RECOMMENDATION: Optional sundowner experience within the savannah landscape can be arranged for travellers interested in enjoying sunset views inside the national park.

Overnight stay at hotel in Akagera National Park.

After breakfast at hotel, proceed for a full-day game drive in Akagera National Park.

Proceed for an extensive wildlife safari inside Akagera National Park while exploring its scenic savannah plains, wetlands, lakes, and woodland ecosystems. Akagera is Rwanda’s premier safari destination and is widely known for the successful reintroduction of lions and rhinos, restoring the park as a complete Big Five reserve. During the game drive, encounter elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelope species, hippos, crocodiles, and various predators within their natural habitat.

Later, continue the safari experience through different sections of the park while observing the remarkable birdlife of Akagera. With over 500 bird species recorded within the park, the reserve is considered one of East Africa’s finest birdwatching destinations. The changing landscapes, open savannahs, lakeshores, and acacia woodlands create a diverse and visually stunning wildlife experience throughout the day.

Overnight stay at hotel in Akagera National Park.

After breakfast at Hotel, proceed towards Kigali for departure.

Proceed back towards Kigali while enjoying the scenic countryside landscapes of Rwanda along the route. Depending on the flight schedule, proceed for a short city tour or local shopping experience within Kigali. The city is famous for its clean streets, cultural markets, local art galleries, and modern cafés, offering an ideal final glimpse into Rwanda’s vibrant urban culture.

Later, proceed towards Kigali International Airport for the scheduled departure flight, marking the end of the Rwanda safari and primates adventure.

Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Rwanda tour organized by State Express Global Voyages, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.